Enjoy dining and stunning scenery aboard a steam hauled train in the North West

Imagine admiring some of the country’s most stunning scenery while travelling in vintage carriages to relive the golden age of steam travel.

The Railway Touring Company has a range of day trips across the North West on privately chartered trains, while also offering the opportunity to enjoy premier dining.

You will be able to explore parts of the countryside often missed by other means of travel with a company that has more than 25 years experience in steam hauled railway tours.

During your excursion you can enjoy silver service, with a traditional full English breakfast after you board and a four-course evening meal on the return journey at your table.

On board chefs prepare the fresh food for you to enjoy in the comfort of your spacious seating and you can choose a table for two or four in the Premier Dining Class carriages.

Whatever the occasion, you can create incredible memories for you and your family or friends.There is also a fully licensed bar on board.

Alternatively you can choose first class, which includes morning breakfast roll and drink with afternoon service or standard class and bring along your own picnic.

Destination: Carlisle

When: Merseyside and Lancashire to Carlisle July 15 or Crewe and Manchester to Carlisle August 26

Trip highlights: Step onboard and travel to Carnforth where a magnificent steam locomotive will take over hauling the train.

You will pass by the Brief Encounter cafe before climbing up to Grayrigg and through the stunning Lune Gorge to Tebay. It then crosses the Cumbrian Fells in a breathtaking journey down to Penrith and into Carlisle.

Passengers will have ample opportunity to explore the ancient 'Border' city and visit the cathedral and castle, Tullie House Museum, and array